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Study in United States from Pakistan

Land of opportunity and academic excellence

Home to many of the world's top universities and research institutions with unparalleled opportunities for innovation.

Tuition
$20,000 – $55,000 / year
Living cost
$1,000 – $2,500 / month
Intakes
Fall (August – main), Spring (January), Summer (limited)
Capital
Washington, D.C.
Language
English
Currency
USD ($)

Why United States?

The United States hosts the largest number of top-ranked universities globally, offering unmatched research funding, optional practical training (OPT) of up to 3 years for STEM fields, and the broadest range of programs. Pakistani students gain access to cutting-edge labs, networking with global industry leaders, and flexible credit-based learning.

Top universities

MIT, Harvard, Stanford, Columbia, NYU, Arizona State University, University of Illinois, Northeastern University

Popular courses

Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Science, Public Health, Finance, Cybersecurity

Scholarships

Fulbright Foreign Student Program, university merit scholarships, graduate assistantships (TA/RA) covering tuition + stipend

Student visa process

F-1 Visa requires Form I-20 from SEVP-certified school, SEVIS fee payment, DS-160 application, and visa interview. Processing varies 2-8 weeks.

Work rights

20 hours/week on-campus during term; 12-month OPT (36-month STEM OPT) after graduation

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to study in United States from Pakistan?

Tuition in United States is typically $20,000 – $55,000 / year, and living costs are around $1,000 – $2,500 / month.

What are the intake months for United States?

Main intakes: Fall (August – main), Spring (January), Summer (limited).

Can Pakistani students work while studying in United States?

20 hours/week on-campus during term; 12-month OPT (36-month STEM OPT) after graduation

Are scholarships available in United States?

Fulbright Foreign Student Program, university merit scholarships, graduate assistantships (TA/RA) covering tuition + stipend

What is the student visa process for United States?

F-1 Visa requires Form I-20 from SEVP-certified school, SEVIS fee payment, DS-160 application, and visa interview. Processing varies 2-8 weeks.

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